MEM20105 Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical-Plant Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship)

National ID: MEM20105 State ID: AA48

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Get ready for a career working with big gear.

When you complete the Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical - Plant Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship) you'll have what employers are looking for in a heavy vehicle or plant mechanic apprentice.

You will have the skills and knowledge to work effectively in the heavy automotive industry, working on loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks and haul trucks, inspecting and servicing transmissions, steering, brakes, fuel injection systems, hydraulics, and batteries, troubleshooting basic faults, and workplace safety and health.

This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more here.

^ You’ll pay half price course fees on Lower fees, Local Skills qualifications, however please note other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your course.

Entrance requirements

School Leaver	Non-School Leaver	AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8	C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent	Certificate I or Certificate II

Important information

Certification

Upon successful completion you will receive a Certificate II in Engineering (Mechanical-Plant Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship).

Job opportunities

Job opportunities include:

Heavy Vehicle Apprentice
Plant Mechanic Apprentice

For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA

Please note: This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

Further Study

We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here.

Study options and how to apply

Click on your preferred study option below to get started with your application or enrolment.

Semester 1, 2023

Kalgoorlie - Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Details
Units and fees

Details

A Pre-Apprenticeship course enables you to experience what it is like to work in a trade before you make a commitment to an Apprenticeship course or trade area. Pre-Apprenticeships do not require you to have an employment contract.

Duration	12 Months
When	Semester 1, 2023
Where	Kalgoorlie
How	Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Units and fees

Fee estimate instructions: Tick the boxes below for the number of units required for this course. A total fee estimate will appear in a table on the right hand side.

Units required: To achieve this qualification you must successfully complete the units of competence (5 core plus elective units to value of at least 30 points) listed below. A work practice component of 150 hours minimum must also be completed.

Core

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Concession fee	Resource fee
MEM13014A	Apply principles of occupational health and safety in the work environment	$6.48	$1.92	$8.75
MEM14004A	Plan to undertake a routine task	$6.48	$1.92	$7.70
MEM15002A	Apply quality systems	$25.92	$7.68	$29.62
MEM15024A	Apply quality procedures	$6.48	$1.92	$7.70
MEM16007A	Work with others in a manufacturing, engineering or related environment	$6.48	$1.92	$7.70

Elective

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Concession fee	Resource fee
AW866	Module 1 (placement arranged)	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
AW867	Module 2 (commenced)	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
AW868	Module 3 (mid-point)	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
AW869	Module 4 (completed)	$0.00	$0.00	$0.00
MEM09002B	Interpret technical drawing	$58.32	$17.28	$79.56
MEM11011B	Undertake manual handling	$29.16	$8.64	$58.63
MEM12001B	Use comparison and basic measuring devices	$29.16	$8.64	$29.62
MEM12023A	Perform engineering measurements	$77.76	$23.04	$108.74
MEM14005A	Plan a complete activity	$51.84	$15.36	$64.16
MEM18001C	Use hand tools	$29.16	$8.64	$40.65
MEM18002B	Use power tools/hand held operations	$29.16	$8.64	$39.15
MEM18024B	Maintain engine cooling systems	$29.16	$8.64	$29.62
MEM18025B	Service combustion engines	$29.16	$8.64	$29.62
MEM18028B	Maintain engine lubrication systems	$29.16	$8.64	$31.26
MEM18055B	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components	$43.74	$12.96	$45.07

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
Secondary school aged persons (in 2023, students born on or after 1 July 2005 who are at least 15 years old in 2023) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Fee estimate

General*

Tuition fee	$
Resource fee	$
Total fee	$

Concession*

Tuition fee*	$
Resource fee	$
Total fee	$